Popular Ghanaian media personality, Dr. Pounds of Hitz FM fame, has issued a strong warning to musicians and industry players over an impersonator using his name to extort money.
In a video shared on his social media platforms, Dr. Pounds emphatically stated that someone has been parading as him, claiming to have the power to secure them nominations at the Telecel Ghana Music Awards (TGMA) and to promote their music, for a fee.
Sarkodie has disclosed that one of his biggest hurdles in staging his annual Rapperholic concerts is deciding which songs make it onto the setlist.
Speaking on YFM Kumasi, the popular rapper explained that with such an extensive music catalog, narrowing the list has never been easy.
“One of the hardest things to do is to pick what song to perform. Because anytime there is rapperholic, we have the fans angry because they are not satisfied and are looking forward to a certain song,” he said.
The Sarkcess Music boss admitted that even though fans expect to hear all the popular tracks, performing every single one of them in one night is nearly impossible.
“There are a lot of songs; it is a big catalog. If I try to perform every song, it is going to be hard. What I try to do is to show where I perform songs that we normally don’t,” Sarkodie explained.
Despite the difficulty, Sarkodie indicated that his team is working to balance the show with both classics and fan favourites.
“If you are not a fan of Sarkodie, you can’t say you haven’t heard ‘Can’t Let You Go’ and the other big songs. When we put such songs together, we have close to two hours,” he added.
This year’s edition, according to him, will include a twist suggested by his official DJ, Mensah.
“This particular one, Mensah said we should put a list of songs we haven’t heard for a while. And we are getting feedback from the people and the songs they want to hear on stage,” Sarkodie revealed.
The Kumasi edition of the Rapperholic Concert will be held on September 27, 2025, at the Baba Yara Sports Stadium.
"One of the hardest things to do is to pick what songs to perform at #Rapperholic" – @sarkodie #YfmGhana #RapperholicHomecoming pic.twitter.com/VcS3xhuoO2
— YFM KUMASI 🇬🇭 (@y1025fm) September 23, 2025
Mr. Rafik Mahama, special aide to renowned Ghanaian businessman Mr. Ibrahim Mahama, has announced that Suzzy Pinnamang, the famous SDA Senior High School student, has been permanently enrolled in the Ibrahim Mahama Foundation Scholarship scheme.
The scholarship, according to Mr. Mahama, will cover the entirety of Suzzy’s educational expenses, including tuition, accommodation, and all related costs until she completes her academic journey.
In a further gesture aimed at supporting her recovery, Suzzy will also be transferred to Kumasi Girls’ Senior High School.
This move, according to Mr. Maham,a is to provide her with a fresh start and help her heal from the traumatic memories of her time at her former school.
The development has been widely praised on social media, with many commending Mr. Ibrahim Mahama for extending such compassion and tangible support to Suzzy Pinnamang.
A vintage piece of Ghana’s musical history has resurfaced online and evoked nostalgia and admiration for two of the nation’s most celebrated musicians — the late Daddy Lumba and Kojo Antwi.
The 30-year-old video, shared by TikTok user @oheneno on Sunday, September 21, 2025, features a rare live performance by the two legends at the Brixton Academy in London in 1995.
In the clip, Kojo Antwi, popularly known as the “Music Man,” delivers a soul-stirring rendition of his timeless classic Bo Me Nkomo to an electrified audience.
Midway through the performance, Daddy Lumba, who was also billed to perform at the event, joined Antwi on stage, seamlessly assuming the role of backing vocalist and hype man.
The video captures what many consider the golden era of our music industry because that period was when artists like Kojo Antwi and Daddy Lumba dominated the airwaves and were highly sought after across the diaspora.
The resurfaced footage has stirred emotions among fans, who see it as both a celebration of Ghana’s rich musical heritage and a poignant reminder of Daddy Lumba’s enduring legacy following his passing on July 26, 2025.
Ghanaian actor and television personality Akwasi Boadi, well-known as Akrobeto, has downplayed both the conviction of Nana Agradaa and the rumours linking them.
Speaking to GhanaWeekend after Agradaa was sentenced to 15 years in prison for fraud and money-doubling activities, Akrobeto stressed that the case was out of his control.
“As for her 15-year jail sentence, whatever I say won’t change the situation. It is between her and the government. If she’s released, fine. If not, she’s not the only person who has been jailed before; it’s normal,” he said.
Akrobeto also set the record straight about speculation that he was once married to Agradaa, insisting the claims were fabricated for publicity.
“I never had anything to do with Agradaa; she has never been my wife. Anything you saw was just publicity for a movie,” he clarified.
Watch the video below.
Ghanaian reggae musician and media personality, Blakk Rasta, has revealed that he experienced instant healing from persistent leg pains during a recent encounter with Ugandan church leader, Prophet Samuel Kakande.
The incident occurred during a church service in Uganda, where Prophet Kakande ministered to the outspoken artist.
Blakk Rasta, who’s known for his socially conscious reggae music, disclosed to the prophet that despite producing 13 albums, the financial returns from his music career have not met his expectations.
While ministering, Prophet Kakande claimed to have “spiritually entered” Blakk Rasta’s family home. He went on to describe details of the surroundings, which the musician confirmed to be accurate.
According to Prophet Kakande, Blakk Rasta should have been living in the United States by now but has been hindered by “bad spirits,” which, he said, are holding him back in Ghana.
The encounter has since generated discussion on social media, with some users expressing amazement over the claims, while others remain sceptical of the purported healing and prophecies.
Blakk Rasta, who is also a radio presenter and activist, is yet to provide further details on his experience, but described the moment as transformative.
The Ghanaian boxing fraternity is in mourning following the sudden death of Ernest Akushey, popularly known in the ring as ‘Bahubali.’
According to confirmed reports, the 32-year-old boxer passed away just this morning around 2 am barely two weeks after suffering heavy punches during a bout at the Bukom Boxing Arena in Accra.
Born in Chorkor, a knwon fishing community in Ghana’s capital, Baubali was admired for his “explosive” style and fierce competitiveness.
Over the years, he fought in both the Super Middleweight and Light Heavyweight divisions, depending on the bout and opponent.
Baubali was a crowd favourite in Ghana’s vibrant boxing communities, particularly in Chorkor, Mamprobi, Jamestown, Bukom, La, and Osu.
His thrilling performances and charisma in and out of the ring made him one of the most recognisable faces on the local boxing scene.
Blakk Rasta has revealed that despite performing for world leaders and releasing over a dozen albums, his music career has not brought him the financial stability he had hoped for.
The Ghanaian musician, born Abubakar Ahmed, was seen in Uganda at a church service led by Prophet Samuel Kakande, where he opened up about both financial and health challenges.
In a video from the gathering, he reflected on moments when his music placed him on some of the world’s biggest stages.
“I have met some of the biggest presidents in the world. Like Barack Obama, I performed for him when he came to Ghana. In fact, I made the song that brought him to Ghana. I’ve met with Robert Mugabe at his 92nd anniversary… He invited me to perform for him,” Blakk Rasta said.
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Despite these career highlights, he admitted that the rewards have not matched the effort. “I know I do very good music; I have about 13 albums to my name but it doesn’t give me the money that I expect,” he told the pastor.
Blakk Rasta’s statement comes amid similar concerns raised in Ghana’s creative industry over the struggles of veteran artistes.
Watch the video of his disclosure below.
Ghanaian reggae artist Blakk Rasta received instant healing from leg pains after an encounter with Ugandan church leader, Prophet Samuel Kakande.
— EDHUB🌍ℹ (@eddie_wrt) September 21, 2025
During the service, the musician also disclosed to the prophet that although he has produced 13 reggae albums, the financial returns… pic.twitter.com/jsreapEuUb
King Paluta has declared himself the most humble musician in Ghana. This claim sparked conversation among fans following the release of his new single, ‘La Vida Loca’.
The song, which is steadily building momentum on streaming platforms, drew praise from a listener who suggested the artiste could rise to greatness if he embraced humility.
In reply, the rapper dismissed the suggestion, insisting humility was already his defining trait. “I am the most humble musician in Ghana, you just don’t know,” he wrote on X.
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Despite his success, Paluta’s relationship with fans has faced scrutiny in recent months. In June 2025, he was criticized after being seen in a heated exchange with a concertgoer during a live performance in London.
Even with the controversy, the Ghanaian artiste has remained consistent, releasing songs while reinforcing his reputation as one of the country’s most reliable talents. His latest single, La Vida Loca, is currently gaining popularity across multiple platforms.
See Paluta’s reply below.
I’m the most humble Musician in the country.
— KING (@KingPalutaMusic) September 21, 2025
you just don’t know me. https://t.co/EWfaTAs2yN
Barima Sidney believes Highlife remains the backbone of Ghana’s music culture, a genre he insists will never fade with time.
He explained that even though Highlife may not dominate radio or streaming platforms like it once did, its influence is still firmly rooted.
“Well, I think as they say Highlife never dies. Probably we’re not having more Highlife like we used to have, but then trust me, even the young ones coming up, they all know Highlife is a pillar,” Sidney said in an interview with GhanaWeb’s Isaac Dadzie at the State House during the final funeral rites of Dada KD.
H attributed the genre’s reduced visibility to the attitude of some of the musicians who once promoted it. He argued that many of them have gone silent, creating the impression that Highlife has been sidelined.
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To restore its prominence, the ‘Africa Money’ hitmaker urged older musicians to adapt to modern trends, especially social media, to reach younger audiences and keep the sound alive.
“I think it depends on how we are also doing because most of us, we laid back. We’re in an era of social media and all that, but then most of us laid back, not forgetting that you can’t just stay behind and be up there. I think the Highlife artistes, it’s time for them to come out, be on social media, I mean let people know this still exists. I think we’ll go for it,” Sidney advised.
Reflecting on the late Dada KD, Sidney described him as a man of depth and principle, someone whose ideas were not always easily understood but who consistently stood up for fairness.
“He’s very deep on issues, you always have his own line of thought and all that, and I really respect him for that. And he is the type who wouldn’t stand for you to be cheated. He always fights, even if not for himself, for somebody,” Barima Sidney recalled.
